Preschool/Nursery

Does your preschooler like bugs, princesses, tumbling, art, music, science or Curious George? Check out our fun summer camps! All information and registration forms now available on the web or call the Preschool Office at 770 971-6812, All preschooler age children welcome.
 
Nursery Ministry - Please check your purses, diaper bags and cars in case you have a pager from the nursery, as we are still missing some. You can bring them to the nursery office or call 770-971-2588.

Children's Ministry

Registration has begun and volunteer leaders are needed for June Vacation Bible School (June 7-11) for discovery time, recreation, snacks and crafts. There is also a need for logistic leaders for each age level, Kindergarten-4th grade. We have openings for ages 4K- 6th grade and would love to have you help us as we take the children on a "Galactic Blast - A Cosmic Adventure Praising God." You can make a difference in a child's life this summer as we explore our faith.  Please call Dianne Hylton - 770-971-5074. 
 
CHARGE! Retreat (Children Having Awesome Recreation & Godly Encounters) is May 15 & 16 and is for current 4th and 5th graders. This retreat focuses on the spiritual growth of the young people. We truly do have an awesome time and meet God in an environment that allows us to be free of our worldly interruptions at Camp Evergreen. Registration has begun. You can register online or complete the form in the brochure. We have limited space so register early. We need parents to go to chaperone. Please contact Dianne Hylton - 770-971-5074 for more information.

Student Ministry

Day|One March 28: Middle School Day|One meets from 9:15-10:40am in the Upper Room. HS Day|One will not meet. Enjoy the High School Dinner Theater.  (Middle School Life Groups will still meet this Sunday from 5-6pm.)
 
Good Friday Service- April 2 - at 11:30am we will have our Student Ministry Good Friday Service. All students are welcome and we will have a free lunch immediately after the service.  
 
Easter Sunday- There will be no Student Activities on Easter Sunday.
Recreation Ministry

Spring Sports is well underway with 110 youth teams and over 1000 athletes playing baseball, t-ball, softball, soccer, flag football and volleyball. Last Saturday was a beautiful, picture-perfect day that more than made up for the opening day rain out.
 
Adult Sports have also begun with men's basketball, women's basketball, men's softball as well as girl's high school volleyball.
 
Make-up Pictures for Youth Spring Sports will be Saturday, April 24, 12:00-2:00. If your child did not have their picture made, you may bring them anytime between 12:00 and 2:00. Check in behind Rogers Field. Pictures will be taken rain or shine.
 
Youth Spring Sports Missions Project - We will continue collecting your missions donations for the children's homes through this Saturday: socks, underwear, toothbrushes/paste, shampoo or conditioner and gently-used baseball or soccer cleats. Drop boxes for your donations will be located at the front desk of the CAC and near the Concessions Stand.
 
Spring Break - No youth or adult games or practices April 2 - 11 due to Spring Break.
 
Change of CAC Hours:
Friday and Saturday, April 2-3 - Closed due to Good Friday and Easter;
Monday - Friday, April 5-9, Open at 8:00 and close at 7:00 due to Cobb County Spring Break;
Saturday, April 10, Open at 8:30 and close at 4:00
 
Concession Stand is now open, offering drinks, snacks and lunch on Saturdays and drinks and snacks on weekdays. 
 

Summer Camps - Now Registering for Baseball, Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball and Sports Camps I & II. You may register in the CAC or online (Online registration is not available for Sports Camps I & II - register in the CAC). Go to mtbethel.org/rec to see camps offered, age requirements, dates, and fees.  For more information call Susanna Barnes at 678-560-7426.

Fitness

Spring Fitness Series has begun - Come sign up for one of our many classes.  Zumba, Boot Camp, Cardio Strength, (New) Muscle Pump , Body Sculpting, Pilates, and Yoga.  New schedule available online. Babysitting available for some classes. Contact Caroline Booker at 770-971-5280 for more information.

Career Ministry

Mt. Bethel's Career Ministry meets on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month. Please join us at 6:30pm in F015 for a time of networking and resume review. The program starts at 7:30pm in F011. Upcoming programs are:
March 30 - Special Presentation
April 13 - Interviewing for Success & Negotiating Your Compensation Package
April 27 - Developing and Marketing Your Personal Brand

Missions Ministry

Clothing Sale Disbursements:  It's time again to disburse the spring clothing sale proceeds to mission and missionaries locally and around the world. If you or someone you know, or a nonprofit organization that you are involved in, would like to apply for a portion of these funds, the deadline is April 19. You can obtain the form at the church front desk, online or by contacting Kris Michaelides at 678-560-7427. Please contact Lee Oesterling at  770-850-1049 or Kris with any questions.
 
There are a few spaces left on the 3-day West Virginia mission trip that departs July 29. You will be blessed as we serve the needs of the severely poor in this Appalachia region of our own country. The trip is for adults and children over 14 years. Need more info? Contact Larry Armstrong or go to hohm.org. Thanks to your generosity, the Hands of Hope/West Va. donation trailer has been filled three times in the last six months. But the need continues. Especially needed are household items (towels, linens, kitchenware, small working appliances, personal hygiene items and decorative pieces you no longer want but would brighten up someone's home). Please pack things in travel-ready boxes with the contents marked outside the box. The trailer is located on our parking lot near the CAC center. Do you know someone who is moving? Please ask them to consider a donation as they clear things out.
 
Prayer Ministry

"Voices United" - Join us on Thursday nights at 7:00 in B106 as we pray for every facet of the Church.

Aloha to Aging

Family Caregiver Support Group - April 5 at 10:30am at Mt. Bethel Community Center. Open to individuals who are assisting an aging loved one both inside and outside of the home. Free care is provided for your loved one while we meet. Call Aloha To Aging, Inc at 678-439-1177 for more information on this, as well as all the programs they offer - or visit their website.

Aloha Day Club is an exciting 3.5 hour program for those individuals 55+years of age and older who have stopped driving and are in need of socialization outside of the home in a safe and nurturing setting. Our weekday program incorporates exercises designed for older adults, music and stimulating games, lunch and discussions into each session. We meet Monday & Thursdays from 10:30am-2:00pm. (We will be starting Wednesdays in May.) For more information visit us at AlohaToAging.org or call Aloha To Aging, Inc at 678-439-1177.
 
Ask the Aging Experts: Join us Wednesday, April 21, as our speaker panel topics include: What is meant by "in home care, Learn the Number One Rule When Caring for an Aging Loved One, Hospice 101, Financial Planning for the Future, and What is Meant by "Assisted Living." Sponsored by Altus Hospice, Seniors 1st Choice in home care, Aloha To Senior Solutions, Vinings Financial and Elmcroft Assisted Living. Must RSVP. For location and time and to RSVP call 678-777-7241 or e-mail Dawn.